Join the staff
If you’re interested in joining any section of The News, please fill out this form for our application.
Established in 1901, The Wellesley News is the only student-run campus newspaper reporting on Wellesley College. The print edition is published bi-weekly on Wednesdays during the academic year.
All Wellesley students are welcome to join The News. No prior journalism experience is required — our editors will teach all new staff everything they need to know.
There are five sections of our print and online newspaper: News, features, opinions, arts and culture, and sports and wellness. We also have several sections behind the scenes including copy editing, digital products (photography, website development, social media) and business. You can read more about each section below.
If you have any questions about joining The News, contact us at [email protected].
Editorial
News & Investigations
The News section is your go-to place for hard news about new Wellesley policies, critical events, administrative changes and investigative stories. Our staff writers cover policy changes that affect Wellesley’s entire campus. News reporters cover everything ranging from the student-led campaigns to divest, and corruption in the dining halls, to coverage of how Wellesley managed the COVID-19 pandemic.
Features
The Features section covers topics relating to the Wellesley experience. From columns on sex and relationships to alumnae spotlights, Features reporters and writers have opportunities to report on interesting and creative topics while incorporating student perspectives, ranging from the process of organizing the TEDx Wellesley talks, and the 3D printing club at Wellesley, to a Bernie Sanders rally in Boston.
Opinions
Opinion writers write weekly or bi-weekly columns expressing their views on issues important to them and the Wellesley community. Past topics have included Planned Parenthood, the student debt crisis and Wellesley’s RA/HP compensation. The Opinions section is the perfect place for writers looking to craft argumentative pieces for a large audience.
Arts and Culture
From Boston Calling to new art exhibitions in the Museum of Fine Arts, the Arts and Culture section is The News’ hub of arts and entertainment-related content. We write on topics such as movie reviews, fashion shows, on-campus art lectures, art exhibitions and concert reviews. Previous topics have also included a lecture given by Games of Thrones’ David J. Peterson, the mastermind behind creating the Dothraki and Valyrian language, Grammy-winning composer Rebecca Mauleón’s concert at Wellesley and Trevor Noah’s debut on “The Daily Show.” Art reporters often have the chance to interview famous artists and cover Boston and Wellesley art events for free!
Sports and Wellness
The Sports and Wellness section is for writers with an interest in covering all things related to sports and wellness. Sports reporters cover all 19 Wellesley varsity sports teams, and/or Boston sport events, in addition to important topics about wellness at Wellesley. Sports and Wellness reporters have the opportunity to interview Wellesley sports players for Athlete of the Week, as well as Wellesley’s sport coaches. Past topics have ranged from the Quinoa diet, to student-led fitness classes and the benefits of napping.
Copy
The Copy section edits every article in the paper for factual accuracy, AP style, stylistic consistency and grammar. The Copy section is perfect for those interested in the field of publishing, or enjoy diligently editing articles. An added perk is that copy editors read all articles for the week before their publication.
Digital Products
Creative – Photo, Illustrations, Graphics
Photographers, illustrators and graphics designers work closely with editors and writers from other sections to elevate the visual components of their written or multimedia pieces.
Multiplatform Editing – Social Media & Website
The News’s multiplatform editing team works on social media and website management to promote articles and enhance a reader-friendly digital experience. From creating TikToks to brainstorming Instagram ideas, the team is responsible for growing the following, readership and audience engagement of The News.
Technology – Website Development & Design
The Technology team will be building our website, developing tools to enhance online storytelling, working on new features and coding for special projects.
Business Board
The business team sources advertising and sponsorship with local businesses and interested parties to generate revenue. Business managers and associates will develop strategies for fundraising, audience engagement and long-term growth. In addition, the team works alongside the editor-in-chief to manage The News’s finances and spending.